GUDA CHATUSHTAYA GUTIKA: A REVIEW
Deekshitha S.*, Gazala Hussain, Govinda Sharma K., Mandvi Sharma
ABSTRACT
Introduction: A great number of classical and other literary works provide knowledge about pharmaceuticals and formulations, and also ways for maintaining health through proper daily and seasonal routines. In Ayurvedic pharmaceutics, Vati/Gutika kalpana is one of the most significant secondary preparations. Sharangadhara has mentioned number of Vati kalpanas, one of which is 'Guda chatushtaya Gutika,' in which he uses individual dravya in combination with Guda to treat different conditions. Aim: The purpose of this study was to assess the properties of Sunti, Pippali, Jeeraka, and Haritaki, as indicated in Guda chatushtaya gutika, in treating various conditions. Materials and Methods: 'Guda chatushtaya Gutika,' details the formation of vati with individual dravya such as Sunti, Pippali, Jeeraka, and Haritaki keeeping Guda in common. Conclusion: Guda-Sunti Yoga useful in Ama, Guda-Pippali Yoga helps in Ajirna, Guda-Jeeraka is beneficial in Mutrakrchra, Guda- Haritaki useful in Arshas.
Keywords: Ayurveda, Pharmaceutics, Dosage form, Vati kalpana.
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